# Movie-Themed Smartphones This Special-Edition Samsung Galaxy S8 is Pirates of The Caribbean-Themed By Mary Van Puymbroeck | Published 2017-06-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialedition-samsung-galaxy-s8 References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2017/6/2/15729350/samsung-galaxy-s8-pirates-of-the-caribbean-theme) & [phonearena](http://www.phonearena.com/news/Samsung-Galaxy-S8-Pirates-of-the-Caribbean-Edition-goes-official-priced-at-880_id94699) In honor of the newest addition to the 'Pirates of The Caribbean' film franchise, [Samsung](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-mart-x-samsung-galaxy-z-flip6) and [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-the-framedisney100-edition-tv) are releasing a special-edition Samsung [Galaxy S8](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bora-purple). Usually with themed releases, Samsung will customize the device in some way. But spec-wise, this special-edition Samsung Galaxy S8 is no different from the traditional model. This release is largely differentiated by its packaging as the phone comes in a pirates-booty retail box, includes a special phone ring holder and comes preset with a themed wallpaper. For the time being, this special-edition release will only be available in China and the device retails for $870. Currently only one version of the phone is available in the set with 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal memory. Available today, this limited-edition release is great for super-fans of Pirates of the Caribbean. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Themed Smartphones:** Opportunity for smartphone manufacturers to collaborate with popular franchises and release special-edition themed devices. - **Limited-edition Releases:** Opportunity for companies to create exclusive versions of their products to appeal to super-fans and collectors. - **Branded Packaging:** Opportunity for companies to enhance the customer experience through unique and themed product packaging. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Potential for consumer electronics companies to capitalize on the popularity of themed smartphones and create customized devices for specific audiences. - **Film and Entertainment:** Opportunity for film studios to partner with smartphone manufacturers and create special-edition devices to promote their movies. - **E-commerce and Retail:** Opportunity for online retailers to sell limited-edition products and appeal to niche markets of passionate fans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wizard-Themed Edition Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wizardthemed-edition-smartphone.md) - [Space-Themed Flip Phone Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-mart-x-samsung-galaxy-z-flip6.md) - [Anime-Inspired Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-doraemon-special-edition-galaxy-z-flip6.md) - [Branded Olympics Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-z-flip3-5g-olympic-games-edition.md) - [Mobile Interface Themes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-stranger-things-theme.md) - [Fantastical Edition Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/15-pro-game-of-thrones.md) - [Superhero-Branded Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poco-x7-pro-iron-man-edition.md) - [Collaboration Automotive Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-s23-ultra-bmw-m-edition.md) - [Creature-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung.md)